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NSR Associates

The Role
 Responsibilities: • Identify, evaluate, and source materials, equipment, and subcontractor services required for construction projects. • Manage RFQs, tenders, and supplier negotiations to secure the best value. • Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials, coordinating closely with project teams and suppliers. • Maintain and update the approved supplier and subcontractor database. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers. • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contract conditions to optimize procurement costs. • Evaluate supplier performance, ensuring compliance with quality, cost, and delivery standards. • Escalate supplier disputes, delivery issues, and non-conformance cases. • Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, local regulations, and contractual obligations. • Prepare and maintain accurate purchase orders, contracts, and procurement reports. • Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for audits and internal reviews. • Coordinate with logistics providers and suppliers to ensure smooth import/export and on-time delivery. • Monitor inventory levels and recommend stock replenishment strategies where needed. • Address potential supply chain risks and propose mitigation strategies.
 
Requirements
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<li>Bachelor´s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field. Certification in Procurement or Purchasing is advantageous. • Min 7 years of experience in procurement in the Construction Main Contracting industry. • Proficiency in procurement best practices, vendor negotiations, and contract management. • Familiarity with Abu Dhabi local procurement regulations and import/export procedures. • Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple procurement tasks efficiently. • Strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to interact and build relationships with suppliers, project managers, and other stakeholders.</li>
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About the company
 At NSR we pride ourselves on market knowledge, integrity, loyalty and professionalism. Through personal relationships and knowledge of what our clients look for in specific requirements we like to pride ourselves on matching people to the right role. The partners at NSR have always dealt with people in an open and honest manner and as a company we are driven to find the right opportunity for people enhancing their career where ever this may be worldwide. We work on the principal that every person we deal with is a potential client, this process has proved beneficial for us as there are many people we have dealt with on the International circuit that have approached NSR Associates to recruit for them as a client after we have worked on their behalf as a candidate.

Procurement Lead

The Role
 Duties: • Research and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers who can deliver high-quality products at competitive pricing. • Request quotes and compare prices for maximum ROI. • Purchase order creations. • Subcontract review and creation. • Creating letter of intents (LOI). • Reviewing material submittals. • Inventory management. • Supplier evaluation & interviewing vendors to learn more about their products and services, to ensure that their evaluation is correct and comprehensive. • Create and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers. • Negotiate appropriate contracts for pricing and supply. • Identity cost reduction opportunities to achieve financial goals. • Organize and update database of Suppliers, delivery times, invoices and supplies. • Work with team members, supervisors and the Procurement Manager to develop future purchasing plans and source potential relationship with vendors.
 
Requirements
 Candidate requirements: • Bachelor´s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field. Certification in Procurement or Purchasing is advantageous. • Min 5 years of experience in procurement in the Construction Main Contracting industry. • Proficiency in procurement best practices, vendor negotiations, and contract management. • Familiarity with Abu Dhabi local procurement regulations and import/export procedures. • Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple procurement tasks efficiently. • Strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to interact and build relationships with suppliers, project managers, and other stakeholders.
 
About the company
 At NSR we pride ourselves on market knowledge, integrity, loyalty and professionalism. Through personal relationships and knowledge of what our clients look for in specific requirements we like to pride ourselves on matching people to the right role. The partners at NSR have always dealt with people in an open and honest manner and as a company we are driven to find the right opportunity for people enhancing their career where ever this may be worldwide. We work on the principal that every person we deal with is a potential client, this process has proved beneficial for us as there are many people we have dealt with on the International circuit that have approached NSR Associates to recruit for them as a client after we have worked on their behalf as a candidate.

Procurement Engineer

The Role
 MEP Technical Manager 40-50,000 AED Per Month Based from the Dubai Head office working a 5 day working week. As the MEP Technical Manager you will be reporting into the General Manager handling a range of pre & post contract tasks. This TIER 1 MEP Sub-Contracting business has a track record handling Healthcare, Industrial, Education, Hospitality, Technology & High End Residential Based full time in Dubai your focus will be adding specific advice and insight to bidding and also providing support to Project Managers on live projects. Your immediate line manager will be the Operations Manager and General Manager that you will be in close dealings with for a range of projects and task. Do you have clear experience handling a full delivery of MEP Services, from design conception to completion. This role offers you the chance to really put your STAMP on the department. Do you have the lessons learnt to ensure successful bids & projects are delivered in the local UAE market. The Client: • Emirati Shareholder's that are well connected across Government Departments & Developers • Forward thinking business with good processes • Strong Financial backing and track record • Delivered Iconic 5* Hotels, Airports , High-rise & Data Centers Duties: • Analyze technical drawings, submittals, procurement of long lead items and raising RISK when needed • Looking at Materials, Solutions and Installations to find wins for all parties • Collaborating at Design Stages to Value Engineer on HVAC, Electrical, HV/LV , Switchgear, Generators , ELV & BMS • Manage internal team handling CAD & shop drawings • Adding value at Bid & Submission stages • Able to present to a client if called upon • Forming part of SLT in the DXB head Office • Pulling planning, cost and technical elements all together • Liaise with Project Directors and Operations Managers for installations and deadlines • Support teams through strong management and mentoring • Keeping clear lines of communication up stream and down. Keeping everyone motivated and on course. • Provide support for all stages of projects internally and externally from bidding through to final account. Group are in an enviable position to have work secured for 2026 & 2027 so this is a key appointment to streamline processes and procedures. Can you help this group head towards there 5 Year business plan for 2030.
 
Requirements
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<li>5 Years Local UAE experience • Software experience : BIM , REVIT, CADMEP • CV must show clear experience working in a Technical Manager or Engineering Manager capacity handling all aspects from Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing packages • You will be able to delve into the detail on project reviews pulling back the layers in sequencing, installations and programs • You will be able to make a program for a 5* Hotel handling it from first principles understanding how all elements come together • Posses a calm, calculated and assured attitude to handle issues as they arise. Able to think outside the box to come up with innovative solutions • You will be able to protect your bid and strategy and have a clear focus on the why's & how's for project success . • Degree Educated - Mechanical or Electrical Engineering • Hands on experience of Design, Construction & Commissioning in the UAE MEP Sub-Contractor market. • 15 Years Post graduate experience • Candidates must be based in the UAE and able to start employment before the 10th of January 2026 LATEST • You will have an in-depth knowledge of local codes, rules and regulations in relation to MEP systems and buildings Can you build a proactive team that give you an added advantage against the local supply chain. Can you see a solution helping to gain time and trust with the end client • Benefits for those matching above: • Up to 50,000 AED Per Month for exceptional candidates • Family Flights, Medical & Life Insurance • All company expenses paid • Annual Pay review & Bonus</li>
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About the company
 At NSR we pride ourselves on market knowledge, integrity, loyalty and professionalism. Through personal relationships and knowledge of what our clients look for in specific requirements we like to pride ourselves on matching people to the right role. The partners at NSR have always dealt with people in an open and honest manner and as a company we are driven to find the right opportunity for people enhancing their career where ever this may be worldwide. We work on the principal that every person we deal with is a potential client, this process has proved beneficial for us as there are many people we have dealt with on the International circuit that have approached NSR Associates to recruit for them as a client after we have worked on their behalf as a candidate.

MEP Technical Manager

The Role
 MEP Project Director - Abu Dhabi 55-62,000 AED Per Month + Family Status Opportunity to step up to Operations Manager in 18-20 Months Influential Shareholders , Cash Rich & Genuine TIER 1 business Leading UAE MEP Sub-contracting Business with an impressive record across Data Centers, Residential, High Rise & High Technology Projects Based full time in Abu Dhabi your focus will be to deliver 2 Major Projects totaling circa 350 Million AED in Value. Projects consist of 4 Towers ranging from G+33-52 plus an Exclusive High End Luxury Villa Development. As Project Director based full time in Abu Dhabi you will take P&L, Delivery and accountability for all aspects reporting onto Head Office. Your immediate line manager will be the Operations Director covering the UAE & General Manager. Are you a Abu Dhabi Based Senior Project Manager ready to step up into a PD capacity or a Project Director with a track record in Abu Dhabi? Are you interested to grow into an Operations Manager / Abu Dhabi Lead. You will have the chance to grow a career opportunity long term and also be rewarded for your hard work and success. The Client • Western Management • Well connected across Government Departments & Developers • Strong Financial backing and track record of treating staff & supply chain right • 35 Years + in business • Track record on Healthcare, Education, Hospitality, Commercial & Technology Projects with MEP Contract Values from 80-700 Million AED • 17 Year relationship with Tim the Director of NSR Associates Having secured an impressive few awards and negotiated framework the outcome in Abu Dhabi for 2026,2027 is VERY bright. Duties: • Analyze technical drawings, programs, compliance and local Abu Dhabi regulations. • Schedule MEP installation to hit programs • Manage internal and external resources • Support project teams through strong management and mentoring • Keeping clear lines of communication up stream and down. Keeping everyone motivated and on course. • Ensure all contractual obligations are hit and compliant as per the contract and clients wishes with the best levels of quality, safety and workmanship on site. • Provide support for all stages of projects internally and externally from bidding through to final account.
 
Requirements
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<li>Clear track record in Abu Dhabi handling MEP projects across sectors mentioned (2 Projects) as No1 • Western Trained & Educated as per the clients wishes • 12 Years Post Graduate experience or relevant trade experience • CV shows ability to build handling Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing packages • Strong communication skills and confidence to client face • Based in Abu Dhabi and happy to live in Abu Dhabi full time. No commuting please. • Strong commercial & contractual awareness and able to protect your contract rights if needed working closely with the Commercial Manager. • Good local connections across clients & suppliers • Clear experience of the full delivery of MEP Services, from design conception to completion. Benefits for those matching above: • Up to 62,000 AED Per Month for exceptional candidates • Family Flights, Medical & Life Insurance • All company expenses paid • Annual Pay review & Bonus up to 2 1/2 Times Salary</li>
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About the company
 At NSR we pride ourselves on market knowledge, integrity, loyalty and professionalism. Through personal relationships and knowledge of what our clients look for in specific requirements we like to pride ourselves on matching people to the right role. The partners at NSR have always dealt with people in an open and honest manner and as a company we are driven to find the right opportunity for people enhancing their career where ever this may be worldwide. We work on the principal that every person we deal with is a potential client, this process has proved beneficial for us as there are many people we have dealt with on the International circuit that have approached NSR Associates to recruit for them as a client after we have worked on their behalf as a candidate.

MEP Project Director

The Role
 Commercial Manager - Civil Engineering Main Contractor • 50-70,000 AED Per Month depending upon experience • Business hold their own Plant , Machinery & Manpower • Reporting into a Western Expat Manager • 5 Day working week . Based 22 Minutes Drive from Dubai Marina Are you a Western Educated Commercial Manager with a wealth of experience handling Infrastructure & Marine Projects. Our client is seeking someone that ideally has RTA exposure on Bridges, Highways & Utilities. There core work is spread across Developers and Government Entities so work ranges from 200 Million AED to 1.2 Billion. • Transportation - Planes, Trains & Automobiles • Utilities & Power • Leisure & Residential • Off shore, Marine & Industrial Responsibilities • Guide, manage and mentor a team of Commercial Managers & Quantity Surveyors of all nationalities & levels • Add input at pre & post contract stages • Liaise with external suppliers, sub-contractors and end clients for contract terms, agreements and EOT's • Present monthly and quarterly figures to the management team • Be the voice of reason and work with Project Directors & Project Managers when needed. • Can you see risk and add the detail needed to make that % grow but keep a happy and content end client Our Client There name in the region simply ensures confidence and project success as they have a great track record. They are a genuine Tier 1 Main Contractor with a healthy cash flow paying staff and the supply chain on time for the past 17 Years since Tim has deal with them. The group has secured work for 2026 & 2027 so the growth opportunities at this level are fantastic combined with dynamic succession planning. Is this the role that gets you to return to the UAE or simply make the change to a better employer that decision is yours !
 
Requirements
 Criteria • Degree Educated - Quantity Surveying • MRICS desired but not essential • 12 Years Post Graduate experience • Clear experience handling FIDIC contracts in the Middle East Region • 85% of working career must have been working for Civil Engineering Main Contractors • It will be evident from the communication with NSR Associates & the CV that you match the criteria. Personal skills and an eye for detail are 100% CRITICAL in this post so no excuses thank you • Clear experience to claims preparation and contractual engagement. Can you lead and influence the strategy on site or with the client ? Salary: • 70,000 AED All in Per Month for exceptional candidates matching all the criteria • Family Flights, Medical & Visas • Annual Bonus related to performance - range from 1 to 3 Months Salary • 5 Day working week in HQ but there will be days and times where long days and overtime are needed
 
About the company
 At NSR we pride ourselves on market knowledge, integrity, loyalty and professionalism. Through personal relationships and knowledge of what our clients look for in specific requirements we like to pride ourselves on matching people to the right role. The partners at NSR have always dealt with people in an open and honest manner and as a company we are driven to find the right opportunity for people enhancing their career where ever this may be worldwide. We work on the principal that every person we deal with is a potential client, this process has proved beneficial for us as there are many people we have dealt with on the International circuit that have approached NSR Associates to recruit for them as a client after we have worked on their behalf as a candidate.

Commercial Manager